{"product_id":"plumbdirect-crown-1-2-basin-pillar-taps-pair","title":"Plumbdirect Crown 1\/2\" Basin Pillar Taps – Pair","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThe Plumbdirect Crown 1\/2\" Basin Pillar Taps – deck-mounted bathroom basin taps engineered to deliver dependable performance and exceptional fluid control. Characterized by their sturdy, low-profile bodies and traditional cylindrical metal knob handles, these individual hot and cold pillar taps offer a practical and enduring solution for any standard domestic or commercial washbasin. It comes highly recommended for mechanical plumbing contractors, residential landlords, and bathroom upgrade projects that require a cost-effective, high-durability tap pair optimized for low-pressure water networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eWhy Choose the Crown Contract 1\/2\" Basin Pillar Taps?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUltra-Low Pressure Calibration:\u003c\/b\u003e Specially optimized with unrestrictive internal waterways that function flawlessly at a minimum working pressure of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"148\"\u003ejust 0.1 bar\u003c\/b\u003e. This makes the BTCPA pair an ideal choice for traditional Irish gravity-fed plumbing setups, ensuring a steady, splashing-free water flow directly from attic cold water storage tanks and hot water cylinders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDurable Knob-Style Handles:\u003c\/b\u003e Fitted with classic, ergonomically fluted metal knob control heads. Unlike fragile plastic imitations, these heavy-duty metal handles offer superior resistance to impact, heavy-handed operation, and structural stripping, ensuring a firm, non-slip grip even when operated with wet or soapy hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePremium Multi-Layered Chrome Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Coated in a high-gloss, scratch-resistant polished chrome plating. The bright, reflective silver surfaces actively resist water spotting, soap scum buildup, and chemical oxidation, allowing the taps to be wiped back to a mirror shine with minimal maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Solid Brass Infrastructure:\u003c\/b\u003e Cast from industrial-grade solid brass alloys that offer high mass and structural stability. This core material naturally resists internal dezincification and thermal expansion stress under repeated scalding hot-water cycles, eliminating body distortion and leakage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStandardized  Layout:\u003c\/b\u003e Supplied as an exact hot and cold pair featuring clear, code-compliant colored indices on the handle tops. Each tap uses a universal 1\/2\" BSP male threaded tail, ensuring a straightforward, drop-in replacement fit for standard pre-punched two-hole bathroom washbasins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003eDirect cosmetic or functional replacement for stiff, leaking, or lime-choked basin taps in rental properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003eOutfitting commercial bathrooms, office public facilities, school washrooms, and workshop utility basins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003eEconomical bathroom renovations requiring a clean, low-maintenance, traditional dual-tap setup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003eTrade-standard 1\/2\" BSP male inlet connections\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003eOperates smoothly at exceptionally low pressures starting from 0.1 bar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003eSolid brass body core with a multi-layered polished chrome exterior plate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003eHeavy-duty fluted metal knob handles ensure exceptional longevity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0\"\u003eClear hot and cold color indicators for maximum user safety\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMinimum Operating Pressure:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.1 bar (Highly Low-Pressure Compatible)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaximum Static Pressure:\u003c\/b\u003e 5.0 bar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eConnection Inlet Size:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard 1\/2\" BSP Threaded Tail\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHandle Configuration:\u003c\/b\u003e Dual Metal Knobs (Hot \u0026amp; Cold Individual Pair)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Polished Chrome\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProduct Range:\u003c\/b\u003e Crown Contract Series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Pair of Individual Basin Pillar Taps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eValve Mechanism:\u003c\/b\u003e Traditional Heavy-Duty Multi-Turn Compression Valves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSubstrate Suitability:\u003c\/b\u003e Ceramic Pedestal Basins, Cloakroom Sinks, and Vanity Unit Washbowls\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eBuy online today for fast nationwide delivery across Ireland, or select Click \u0026amp; Collect to pick up your bathroom taps, trade plumbing supplies, and luxury brassware directly from our Limerick showroom.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plumbdirect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58204051505539,"sku":"PJTAP001","price":26.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/6067\/5231\/files\/620403AC-05FB-44A1-8733-386D24AAC43F.png?v=1780993625","url":"https:\/\/plumbdirect.ie\/products\/plumbdirect-crown-1-2-basin-pillar-taps-pair","provider":"Plumbdirect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}